Trick Time

Every once in awhile I'll post how to teach a trick. Today's trick will be the the easy sit trick. If your dog loves treats(like most of them do) this will be easy to teach.

Step 1 Place a dog treat in your hand and show your dog that you are holding a treat.

Step 2  Turn you hand sideways with your palm facing up and balance the treat. Then move your hand upward. Most dogs will sit like mine did. 

Step 3 If you dog sat tell him/her good sit and give it the treat.

Note that this will take about 3 days to a week and a half (not sure).

Having trouble?

If your dog will not listen then try one of these methods

Hold the treat in your hand facing down and move it up. Then after a few days use the regular method.

If your dog still won't listen try use something other than a treat like a small rawhide or a piece of meat.

Remember to!

When you're finished training for the day or right then make sure you end off on a high note so you dog will be eager to do it again the next time. 

You'll have to go over the commands frequently so he/she will not forget.

 If you follow the instructions carefully this will happen

                                                                  Your dog will sit